Four horses, donkey stolen from Wimauma pasture in last four months
Four horses and a donkey were stolen from a Wimauma pasture in the last four months.
'Every clue is important': Family desperate to find lost dog at TPA
A family is desperate to find their dog after they said it slipped out of its collar at Tampa International Airport. They've been searching for days, but still, there's been no sign of the 6-year-old Chihuahua mix named Rocky.
Greyhound racing in U.S. nearing its end after long slide
It’s been a long slide for greyhound racing, which reached its peak in the 1980s when there were more than 50 tracks across 19 states. Since then, increased concerns about how the dogs are treated along and an explosion of gambling options have nearly killed the sport.
Dog's personality may not be related to its breed, research finds
Research confirms what dog lovers know — every pup is truly an individual.
Dog leaps from window to escape burning Berks County home
Heart wrenching video captured the moment a family dog leapt from a second-story window in order to escape a burning home in Berks County. A second dog and a cat were also found safe. One of the family's cats is still missing, authorities say.
Dog of terminally ill Philadelphia woman receives hundreds of adoption requests
Rosie, the faithful companion of a terminally ill Philadelphia woman, receives hundreds of adoption requests from people all over the country.
Philadelphia woman's dying wish is to find new owner for her dog
An Old City woman, who only has weeks left to live, is searching to fulfill her last wish of finding a new owner for her dog.
Polk County fish producer benefits from pandemic boom in tropical fish
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a Polk County man hasn't been able to keep up with the demand for the fish he raises at Urban Tropical, his farm in North Lakeland.
Keeping your furry friend safe and healthy as temperatures rise
If you're uncomfortable outside in the hot weather, your pet feels the same way.
Potential pet parents meet, greet different breeds at AKC educational event in Tampa
The Tampa Convention Center has turned into a pet lover’s paradise as the American Kennel Club hosts ‘Meet the Breeds’ this weekend.
Dog abandoned, leashed to pole outside adoption center, staff says
A man was caught on camera leading a dog towards an adoption center before turning and leashing it to a pole.
More than 20 dead, 14 live guinea pigs found dumped behind Carrollwood Walmart
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay said more than 20 dead guinea pigs were found dumped behind a Walmart in Carrollwood. About 15 other guinea pigs were also found still alive.
Florida dog named 'TobyKeith' breaks record as oldest in the world
The pooch surpassed the lifespan of a Chihuahua which is normally between 12 and 18-years-old.
21-year-old Florida pup is the oldest living dog in the world
A furry Florida resident just set a world record as the oldest dog alive. At 21 years of age, TobyKeith in Palm Beach County is the world's oldest pup.
Kisses from your dog may contain deadly bacteria, study says
A recent study suggests that kisses from dogs may contain antibiotic-resistant strains of bacterial infection that may be deadly to humans.
Unsightly deer concerns Coloradoans, wildlife officials respond
A deer with warts all over its body has prompted concerns in one Colorado town.
Wildlife volunteers work to rescue young owl after four died from eating poisoned rats
A rescue operation is underway to save a lone owl after wildlife groups said its family was wiped out by rat poison. Bird activists said so far at least four owls – including the chick’s parents – have died from eating rats that ate rat poison.
Most dog owners are improperly feeding their pets, study finds
A recent study shows less than 5% of dog owners are following FDA guidelines when it comes to feeding their pets.
Dogs’ faces evolved to improve human connection, study shows
Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.